Think of your dead stops as hurdles, not walls. As I stared at the monitor I knew, in the deepest part of my writer's heart, that the chapter I'd just written, sucked. The writing didn't suck, mind you. The insights were fresh, the main character was witty in the right places. I'd layered in the right amounts of atmosphere, backstory, and subplot, but not too much. The dialogue was … [Read more...] about The Secret To Writing A Novel
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When Writing a Novel is like Grilling a Steak
Vegetarian here, but I couldn't think of a better metaphor for where I am in the writing process than steak. I watch those cooking shows, and I ate meat until 4 years ago. (I'm also not a militant vegetarian. If you want to eat dead animals, have at it. ;-) You can even eat them in my presence. I worry about me, not you. Plus, this is not a blog about food.) Anyhoo -- here's the deal -- you … [Read more...] about When Writing a Novel is like Grilling a Steak
Guest Post: Writing Around Your Dialogue by Author Katie Rose Guest Pryal
Today we're talking about dialogue (HA) here on WFW with my fellow Tall Poppy Writer Katie Rose Guest Pryal. We all love to read great dialogue, and though we all write differently, there are pitfalls we can all avoid! Here's how Katie tackles the dialogue in her novels! Remember, when it comes to writing advice, please take what what you need and leave the rest. Welcome Katie to WFW and … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Writing Around Your Dialogue by Author Katie Rose Guest Pryal
Guest Post: 4 Book Writing Secrets by Author Sally Koslow
Today, my friend and friend to all writers, Sally Koslow is giving us her secret sauce for writing success! Sally hails from the world of magazines (where she was a big-time editor, until she wasn't (read Little Pink Slips). Today, Sally uses her talent to write novels but she keeps magazines close to her heart and the lessons she learned, right at hand. Please welcome Sally Koslow back to … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 4 Book Writing Secrets by Author Sally Koslow